Meet the Kentucky Derby Festival's Royal Court: A Celebration of Accomplished Women
The Kentucky Derby Festival has announced this year's Royal Court at the annual Fillies Derby Ball held at the Omni Hotel. The Derby Festival Queen was selected through a spin of the wheel by the former title holder, while the remaining princesses, handmaidens, pages to the court, and outstanding citizens were also chosen. The event raises funds for education initiatives and local charities. The selected women are accomplished individuals who will represent the festival and foundation at various events in the upcoming months.
The Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation Executive Director, Dodie Howlett, expressed pride in the chosen court members and looks forward to their representation at the festival and foundation events. The court will participate in a series of events associated with the Kentucky Derby Festival and the Derby itself.
In conclusion, the Kentucky Derby Festival's Royal Court has been selected, comprising the Derby Festival Queen, princesses, handmaidens, pages to the court, and outstanding citizens. These individuals will represent the festival and foundation at various events, contributing to education initiatives and local charities.